In this final episode to the Summer Q&A Series, Nicole responds to a heartfelt question from a listener:

“I feel the Holy Spirit urging me to speak, but I’ve been taught that women should not preach. How do I stay obedient to the Spirit?”

Nicole unpacks Scripture—including the often-debated passages in 1 Corinthians—to explore how spiritual gifts are given to both men and women for the building up of the church. She highlights the difference between preaching and prophesying, and reminds listeners that obedience to God’s voice is never limited by human rules.

Nicole also shares what’s coming this fall: a brand-new series on the book of Daniel, exploring how to live “right-side up” in an upside-down world. Don’t miss the preview at the end of the episode!

Key Takeaways

🔹 The Gift of Prophecy is for Everyone

• According to 1 Corinthians 12, spiritual gifts—including prophecy—are given by the Holy Spirit to all believers for the building up of the Church.

• Prophesying is not the same as preaching. Prophecy often includes exhortation, encouragement, or Spirit-led truth for a specific moment.

🔹 Women Are Called to Speak

• 1 Corinthians 11 references women prophesying in public worship, assuming it’s a normal part of church life.

• Women like Deborah (Judges 4) and Huldah (2 Kings 22) are explicitly named as prophets and leaders in Scripture.

• God’s Spirit is not limited by gender: “In Christ, there is neither male nor female...” (Galatians 3:28).

🔹 Interpreting 1 Corinthians 14 with Context

• The call for women to “remain silent” (1 Corinthians 14:34) must be understood within the broader letter’s context: Paul is addressing disordered worship in Corinth.

• Scripture interprets Scripture—Paul already assumed women were prophesying earlier in the same letter.

🔹 Obedience Over Platform

• You don’t need a microphone or a stage to use your gift.

• If the Spirit prompts you to share, pray, write, or encourage—be faithful in the small steps.

• God is responsible for the impact of your obedience. You are responsible for your yes.

📜 Bible Verses Mentioned

• 1 Corinthians 12:4–7 – Spiritual gifts are for the benefit of the whole church

• 1 Corinthians 11:5 – Women prophesying with proper decorum

• 1 Corinthians 14:34–35 – The debated silence passage, seen in light of context

• Galatians 3:28 – “There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female…”

• Judges 4:4 – Deborah, a prophet and judge

• 2 Kings 22:14 – Huldah, prophetess consulted by King Josiah

🔔 Announcements 📚 Coming Fall 2025:

“Living Right-Side Up in an Upside-Down World”
A brand-new study series through the book of Daniel

• Explore how to live with conviction, compassion, and courage in a culture that doesn’t reflect your faith.

• Includes a free reading guide, group tools, and weekly in-depth study with Nicole.

• Launches right after Labor Day. We will be send more out on this soon!

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• 📖 Revisit other episodes in the Summer Q&A Series for biblical insight on doubt, fear, identity, and calling.

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In this episode of the Summer Q&A Series, Nicole answers the profound listener question:
“What’s one of the most effective methods you’ve personally found to cultivate your integrity?”

Nicole redefines integrity as spiritual alignment, where our thoughts, emotions, and actions match our belief in Christ. She walks listeners through a 3-part daily rhythm rooted in Scripture and real-life experience: daily praise, daily noticing, and daily confession. This soul-training practice helps listeners learn to live more fully into God’s peace, wisdom, and joy—even in the everyday chaos of life.

If you’re longing for a life where what you believe matches how you live, this episode is your roadmap.

Main Takeaways

• Integrity means inner alignment: It’s not just about moral perfection—it’s about connecting your heart, mind, and actions to God’s purposes.

• It’s a daily journey, not a one-time decision: We don’t just say “yes” to Jesus once—we say it again and again as we walk with Him each day.

Nicole’s 3-Step Practice to Cultivate Integrity:

1. Daily Rhythm of Praise – Begin each day acknowledging God’s goodness and aligning your heart with His will.

2. Daily Noticing – Pay attention to moments of anxiety, anger, and apathy—they often reveal areas where God wants to work.

3. Daily Confession – End the day in honesty and grace. Confess missteps and receive the cleansing God promises in 1 John 1:9.

• God’s Mercy is New Every Morning: Confession isn’t about guilt; it’s about freedom and renewal.

• You don’t have to feel it to start: Spiritual disciplines begin as choices—and your emotions will often follow your habits.

📜 Bible Verse References

• 1 John 1:8–9 – “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive…”

• Psalm 139:23–24 – “Search me, God, and know my heart…”

• James 3:2 – “We all stumble in many ways.”

• Psalm 51:10 – “Create in me a clean heart, O God…”

• Matthew 6:11 – “Give us this day our daily bread…”

📢 Calls to Action (CTAs)

• Subscribe to How to Study the Bible and follow along with the Summer Q&A Series.

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• Try Nicole’s daily rhythm this week and journal what changes for you.

• Share this episode with a friend who’s seeking to grow in authentic faith and wholeness.

🔗 Relevant Links & Resources

• NicoleUnice.com – Tools, devotionals, and updates on upcoming studies

• BibleStudyTools.com – Full Scripture references for study

• Recommended Song: “Lord, I Need You” by Matt Maher – for morning praise practice

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In this week’s episode of the Summer Q&A Series, Nicole answers a deeply personal and universally relevant listener question: “How do you repair a relationship when trust has been broken—and you know you’ll never accept their point of view?”

With pastoral care, biblical grounding, and hard-earned wisdom, Nicole unpacks the spiritual and emotional nuance of reconciliation. Drawing from Matthew 18 and the parable of the unforgiving servant, she explores what it means to truly forgive someone from the heart—and how that differs from rebuilding trust or restoring a broken relationship.

Nicole challenges the common myth that forgiveness equals relational closeness, and instead introduces a framework for discerning when and how to rebuild a relationship. Listeners will walk away with clarity, compassion, and a path forward for their most complex relational wounds.

Main Takeaways

• Forgiveness and Reconciliation are not the same: You can forgive someone fully without restoring the relationship to what it once was.

• Forgiveness is about release: Releasing the debt someone owes you doesn't mean ignoring the pain or pretending it didn’t happen.

• Trust Must Be Rebuilt: Trust after betrayal requires mutual effort—both people must be willing to rebuild from their side of the breach.

• Respect is the Minimum Requirement: You don’t need to share the same worldview to have a relationship—but both parties must be willing to listen and respect one another.

• Relationships exist on a spectrum: Not every relationship needs to be fully restored. Some may be repositioned to a more distant—but still loving—place.

• Scripture challenges us to forgive radically: Jesus’ parable in Matthew 18:21–35 underscores the magnitude of the forgiveness we've received—and the forgiveness we're called to extend.

📜 Bible Verse References

• Matthew 18:21–35 – Parable of the Unforgiving Servant

• Jeremiah 17:9 – “The heart is deceitful above all things…”

• Psalm 139:23–24 – “Search me, God, and know my heart…”

• Matthew 6:12 – “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.”

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